Yoga for back pain

Common problem

From the chair I am writing, there are five more people who surround me in the seating plan and almost four of them complain about this issue—they have a regular back-pain just because of sitting continuously in a chair for longer period of time.

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Almost everywhere

The youth of today is suffering so much from this issue that there is almost no conversation that would end without a mention to it.

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What’s the remedy?

As I have tried, certain yoga postures can lend a helping hand to cure the back-pain. We will try to find out some easy-to-do yoga poses that can help in relieving from pain.

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Downward Dog pose

One of the most commonly advised yoga poses for back-pain is downward dog pose. In fact, it is good for the entire body.

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Cat or cow pose

Once again, very effect poses for spine. They provide a message to the spine and help in keeping the back limber in good shape.

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Plow pose

In my childhood, I used to do it often without knowing its benefits and consequences. Just liked to fold like a plow! Commonly known as Halasana, and is very popular among yoga enthusiasts.

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Cow Face pose

Commonly known as Gomukhasana, Cow Face is again a popular pose with the yoga practitioners. It is not difficult to do and can be done with little physical effort.

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Happy baby pose

Happy baby pose is another great pose to relieve from back-pain. This pose looks hilarious and that happens to be its USP. It is like a baby who is lying on its back and enjoying the moment heartily.

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Child Pose

Child pose, an extension of the Vajrasana is another pose that will be helpful in relieving the back-pain. I tried it once with my daughter around and she rode on my back making me look like a pony!

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Eagle pose

One of the not-so-difficult poses, eagle pose is a great way of reducing the back pain. You can do it even if you are at office.

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My tries

I have tried my hands at some of these poses and have found them to be very effective.

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What’s your pick?

Which pose appeal you most out of these? I am sure you or someone you know suffers from back-pain. Share your experience with yoga as a cure.